Tag: industry
EVC report finds strong EV uptake, calls for continued support
Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market has reached new milestones in sales, model availability and charging infrastructure, but continued growth will depend on sustained government and industry support, according to the State of EVs 2025 report released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Ai Group calls for urgent reforms as private sector stagnation weighs on economy
The Australian Industry Group has warned that the nation’s economic recovery is faltering amid ongoing weakness in the private sector, underscoring the need for urgent policy reforms to stimulate investment and productivity.
AI road sign project highlights CDU-industry collaboration
Four Charles Darwin University (CDU) Master of Data Science students have developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model capable of detecting and classifying road signs with more than 90 per cent accuracy, demonstrating the potential for AI to improve road safety and infrastructure monitoring.
Australia’s Trailblazer Program unlocks $549 million industry investment to fast-track innovation
More than $500 million in direct industry investment has been unlocked through the Australian Government’s Trailblazer Universities Program to fast-track research and development in priority sectors such as defence, space, clean energy, and critical minerals, according to a recent announcement.
Australia backs $271M additive manufacturing initiative to boost industry
A $271 million initiative to establish the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) is poised to reshape Australia’s manufacturing sector and strengthen the nation’s competitiveness in sustainable and advanced production technologies.
LAPP Australia unveils key trends for the future of manufacturing
As industrial needs rapidly evolve, demanding continuous improvement in products, processes, and services, Hubertus Breier, Board Member for Technology and Innovation at LAPP, outlines six key trends shaping the industry's future.
Australia unveils national AI plan to boost industry, job growth
The Australian Government has announced plans to develop a National AI Capability Plan, aimed at boosting Australia's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, promoting economic growth, and enhancing productivity.
Australian gov’t conducts second review of Dairy Code of Conduct
The Australian Government has officially launched the second review of the Dairy Code of Conduct, inviting stakeholders from across the dairy sector to provide feedback on its effectiveness and areas for improvement.
Asia Pacific businesses ramp up AI investment amid strategic gaps, IDC report finds
The IDC Data and AI Pulse: Asia Pacific 2024 study, commissioned by SAS, has uncovered a growing divide between AI leaders and followers among organisations in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Pilbara projects receive $1.1M in RED grants to boost regional growth
Seven Pilbara-based projects have secured nearly $1.1 million under the latest round of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program, aimed at fostering business resilience and economic diversification in the region.
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Driving the future of smart energy: GridBeyond and ABB unveil new white paper on battery storage innovation
As industries adopt cleaner, more intelligent energy solutions, the ability to manage, store, and trade energy efficiently is increasingly vital to sustaining a competitive edge.
